Damascus Eau de Parfum vs Purple Patchouli Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Damascus EDP

A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Dior Oud Ispahan (2012) - rose, oud and oud translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.

Statement

Our Verdict - Purple Patchouli EDP

A legendary discontinued gem, Tom Ford's Purple Patchouli is a divisive beast. People either fetishise this dark, potent amber-patchouli or find it too dated and overwhelming. If you like your scents heavy, enigmatic, and with a gothic twist, this might be your holy grail - if you can find it.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Damascus EDP

Purple Patchouli EDP

Notes

Top Notes

Oud 50% Rose 50%

Top Notes

Only in Damascus

Oud 50% Rose 50%

Only in Purple Patchouli

Patchouli 50% Jasmine 50%

Only in Damascus

Patchouli 57% Benzoin 43%

Only in Purple Patchouli

Amber 33% Vetiver 33% Peru Balsam 33%

Accords

Damascus Purple Patchouli

55%

Amber

100%

75%

Woody

98%

95%

Oud

Balsamic

91%

85%

Rose

Patchouli

82%

70%

Warm Spicy

56%

Earthy

67%

White Floral

66%

Aromatic

48%

45%

Animalic

Amber shared

55%

100%

Woody shared

75%

98%

Oud

95%

Balsamic

91%

Rose

85%

Patchouli

82%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

56%

Earthy

67%

White Floral

66%

Aromatic

48%

Animalic

45%

Performance

Damascus Purple Patchouli

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Damascus

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Heavy oud-rose-patchouli built for cold weather only.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Formal evening, statement wear.

Purple Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its aggressive longevity and powerful sillage, this isn't one for the office - it’s far too distracting. It excels in formal and date settings where its bold, amber-patchouli character can truly shine; people often describe it as a 'night out' or 'wild party' scent.